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Proclamation 10764

National Maritime Day, 2024

This proclamation designates May 22, 2024, as National Maritime Day to honor U.S. merchant mariners. It includes ceremonial language celebrating their service and mentions existing policies (Jones Act enforcement, infrastructure investments, Merchant Marine Academy funding, and anti-harassment standards) but does not establish new substantive directives.

Federal Register Open PDF 89 FR 45749

Impact dates

  1. National Maritime Day observance and ship dressing

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 22, 2024 as National Maritime Day
  • Request all ships sailing under American flag dress ship on May 22
  • Call upon Americans to observe with programs, ceremonies, and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • May 22, 2024 designated as National Maritime Day

Near term (90d)

  • Ceremonial observance on May 22, 2024

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 10764: National Maritime Day, 2024 · Executive Orders